Aldiana Club Ampflwang as part of a FAM trip . While I'm already familiar with many of our TennisTraveller underwent extensive renovations last year , including the addition of a new padel court and pickleball court , I was incredibly excited for my short stay. And I wasn't disappointed, as the club offers a wide range of activities for tennis players, racket sports enthusiasts, outdoor sports lovers, nature lovers, and wellness aficionados. You can find out exactly what you can expect at the club, both in terms of sports and, of course, culinary delights, in my personal travel report .
Come along with me to the Hausruck Forest!
In our new section "TRIPLE T - TennisTraveller Tests," we'll be regularly testing new products from Tennis Warehouse Europe, our new partner. From rackets and shoes to bags, strings, and tennis apparel. We're kicking things off today with the K-Swiss Express Light 3 , a lightweight women's indoor tennis shoe with a carpet sole, ideal for recreational and amateur players who want a light, comfortable feel and good grip on carpet. The shoe's vibrant color scheme immediately caught my eye as soon as I unpacked it. Finally, a tennis shoe that isn't so boring – finally, something colorful and eye-catching in chic black, mint, and pink! While design is important, what matters most is how the shoe performs on the court. I tested the shoe for you based on various criteria. And of course, you can look forward to my personal review of the shoe! So, let's get started!
Are you already planning a tennis camp or tennis holiday for the start of the 2026 season ? Then we have a great travel tip for you today. How about a tennis holiday at the start of the season in the beautiful and diverse region of Carinthia ? Located on the southern side of the Alps, you'll enjoy a mild climate from April onwards, allowing you to play on the impressive 600 outdoor courts . And should the weather ever spoil your plans, the Carinthian tennis region offers a huge advantage over other typical pre-season destinations with its 80 indoor courts . Carinthia boasts numerous fantastic tennis hotels, stunning mountain scenery, a truly diverse range of sports and leisure activities, and last but not least, the delicious Alpine-Adriatic cuisine.
We've put together some beautiful Carinthian destinations for your pre-season training . Let yourself be inspired, and perhaps you too will be heading to southern Austria in spring 2026.
Dunlop presents the new FX Power series – engineered for maximum power. The FX 500 is the official racket of the ATP Tour and Jack Draper's new weapon. From November 9th, all eyes will be on the FX series when it officially launches. These striking rackets, featuring purple, black, and blue accents, not only make a visual statement on the court but also deliver crucial power thanks to their technologically advanced features.
Two tennis enthusiasts are joining forces: TennisTraveller and Tennis Warehouse Europe are launching an inspiring collaboration that will delight tennis fans and travelers across Europe. TennisTraveller – the online portal for tennis hotels, camps, and travel – is partnering with Tennis Warehouse Europe, one of Europe's largest online tennis shops. Together, we aim to offer tennis enthusiasts even more: wanderlust meets racket power, vacation dreams meet top-of-the-line equipment, and the thrill of the game meets community.
The grand finale of the tennis world's elite is upon us: While the WTA Finals in Riyadh are already showcasing the best female players in the world, the eight best male players of the season will follow in Turin from November 9th ATP Finals . Sky Sport will broadcast both of these final highlights of the tennis year live and exclusively every day. We can certainly look forward to the commentary duo of Boris Becker and Andrea Petkovic. They will once again skillfully showcase their tennis expertise as a presenting team, making the season finale with Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz, Alexander Zverev, and others an absolute tennis highlight for us fans. Sky Sport will broadcast live from Turin every day starting Sunday . For the first time, there will also be a pay-per-view option on YouTube .
"GIVE WASTE A SECOND SERVE" – that's the of Balls Unlimited . Tennis balls have played a central role in this Bavarian family business since its founding in 2006, as the company produces exclusively tennis balls. These are manufactured either to order or under their own Balls Unlimited brand. With the arrival of the two sons, Tobias and Thilo, in 2023, the company has placed particular emphasis on sustainability. This led to the creation of their first sustainable tennis ball: the Code Planet . Forty percent of the ball's core is made from recycled tires, which not only "upcycles" the tires themselves but also reduces the overall use of plantation rubber. I had the opportunity to Tobias Papenfuhs , one of the three managing directors, and wanted to know all about him: how the idea for the Code Planet came about, the challenges involved in its development, market launch, and successful ITF certification, and much more. And of course, Tobias also shared his favorite tennis vacation destination. All that remains for me to say is: FIRST SERVE, Tobias!
Do you have a question about padel? Thanks to our "padel man," Yannik Mann, we have the answer! Let's start with Torsten, who doesn't know how to return a long, fast slice serve. Our padel man, Yannik, has some advice and tells Torsten and you how best to defuse this currently unreturnable "weapon." Blocks, half-volleys, and the right footwork are the recipe for success. Find out more!
Pickleball is also on the agenda at our partner Aldiana Aldiana Club Ampflwang , focusing on the new trend sport pickleball . Originating in the USA, this ball sport combines elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis and is enjoying growing popularity worldwide – and is now also delighting guests in Ampflwang. Peter Grimm, General Manager of the newly renovated Aldiana Club Ampflwang, tells us who enjoys pickleball the most and offers an initial overview of the new building.
Of course, as part of our pickleball special , we don't want to keep you from knowing how our hotel and camp providers offer pickleball. To that end, I spoke with Yannick Schmeußer from Patricio Travel about pickleball . It's no surprise to me that the well-known tennis travel provider is not only at the forefront of padel, but also pickleball. In my interview with Yannick, you'll find out which Patricio vacation destinations you can play pickleball at now or will soon, why the tour operator sees enormous potential in pickleball, and why there will be a racquet sports symbiosis of tennis, padel, and pickleball in the future. And of course, you can get inspiration for your next active vacation with tennis, padel, and pickleball at Patricio Travel today. So dive into the Patricio world of pickleball with us! Have fun!
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